Wanted: Keynote Speaker for Regional GIS Conference

I get calls all the time asking for suggestions for “someone” to talk about “something” geo as the keynote speaker at a conference. I want to crowdsource the latest one to get some new faces and ideas out there!

Here’s the basic outline of what’s requested:

The organizer wants someone to speak about the future of geospatial, “where the train is heading.” With all that Google and Microsoft and other players are doing, with 3D and all the new data collection, where are we going? While I don’t have all the details, these gigs typically cover travel, conference attendance, and food. Some have stipends (but that’s rare). The request is for someone in the eastern US to simplify travel and limit costs.

So, if you think you have the cred (or know someone who does) to pull off a 45 minute or so keynote, drop me a line via the via the brown “suggestions” button above and I’ll pass the info on.

The organizer and I thank you in advance.